Townend, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Townend, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Townend are administered by East Staffordshire Borough Council. View the full East Staffordshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Townend
Townend is a historic 17th-century house located in Troutbeck, within the civil parish of Lakes, north of Windermere, Cumbria. Owned by the National Trust since 1948, the property was formerly home to the Browne family, local farmers, for 400 years. Recognized as a Grade I listed building, Townend offers a unique glimpse into the lifestyle of a prosperous farming family, making it a relevant site for planning applications related to heritage and conservation in the area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Stafford
- Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
- LSOA: Stafford 003A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Townend.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Townend.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Townend based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Townend.
- - Plot 1 Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Stoke-On-Trent Staffordshire
Prior Approval - Conversion of existing barn to three dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Plot 1 Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Stoke-On-Trent Staffordshire
Proposed conversion of existing agricultural building to a residential dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - Little Acre Fulford Road Fulford Stoke-On-Trent Staffordshire ST11 9QT
Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed Internal alterations to existing integral garage including external flat window and door set to replace and match existing garage doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-02-05
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A brief summary of Townend in Staffordshire
Townend is a historic 17th-century house located in Troutbeck, within the civil parish of Lakes, north of Windermere, Cumbria. Owned by the National Trust since 1948, the property was formerly home to the Browne family, local farmers, for 400 years. Recognized as a Grade I listed building, Townend offers a unique glimpse into the lifestyle of a prosperous farming family, making it a relevant site for planning applications related to heritage and conservation in the area.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Townend a particularly low-crime area.
Townend has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fulford. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Townend planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Townend
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Townend. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Townend.
With an average of 92 days, decisions near Townend take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Townend were full planning applications (2), other applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.